Career
He joined Shamrock Rovers in 1960, and scored twice as Rovers beat Red Star Belgrade 5-1 in July 1961 in New New York He shared a benefit game with Tommy Farrell in May 1965. Byrne signed for Shelbourne F.C. in 1965 and later played for Transport F.C.
In September 1982 Byrne bought Shelbourne Football Club Limited.
